Create a container (Resource Manager)

District resource managers can designate a resource as a "container" so it can include other items. This allows sites to circulate the container without individually checking out and checking in all of its included items.

To designate a new resource as a container:

1. Log in to Destiny as a district user.
2. Select Catalog > Add Resource.
   
3. From the Find all drop-down, select the resource type.
4. Use the Where Resource Name drop-down to select one of the following:
   • Contains: Performs a keyword search for one or more words that are part of the Resource Displayable Name. This is the broadest search.
   • Starts With: Searches for resources that begin with the letters or words you enter. Select this option only when you know the resource’s exact name.
5. Type your search term.
6. Click Go. The Add Resource page appears.
   
7. In the Resource Type drop-down, confirm the correct resource type is shown.
8. Complete all required fields and as many other fields as possible.
9. Select the Includes other items checkbox.
   
10. Click Save.
11. To continue, click Yes to confirm that you want the resource to include other items.
    

The resource is now defined as a container. Add a barcoded item, which becomes the "parent". All included items are the "children".

To add the parent to the newly created resource: 

1. On the Resource Details sub-tab, click Add Item.
2. In the Starting Barcode field, either enter a number or select Assign next barcode.
3. Complete all required fields and as many other fields as possible.

   Note: Reports are more accurate and useful if most fields are completed.

4. Click Save.

A district or site user can now include items in the container.